{"id":601366,"date":"2026-06-26T04:06:29","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T04:06:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/601366\/stage-3-to-standing-kentucky-cancer-survivor-answers-national-prayer-call-with-we-are-hope-anthem-for-americas-250th.html"},"modified":"2026-06-26T04:06:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T04:06:29","slug":"stage-3-to-standing-kentucky-cancer-survivor-answers-national-prayer-call-with-we-are-hope-anthem-for-americas-250th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pennsylvania-magazine.com\/news\/story\/601366\/stage-3-to-standing-kentucky-cancer-survivor-answers-national-prayer-call-with-we-are-hope-anthem-for-americas-250th.html","title":{"rendered":"Stage 3 to Standing: Kentucky Cancer Survivor Answers National Prayer Call with “WE ARE HOPE” Anthem for America\u2019s 250th"},"content":{"rendered":"

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FLORENCE, KY – JUNE 26, 2026 – <\/strong>Stage 3 cancer survivor and award-winning songwriter Milliea Taylor McKinney<\/strong> has released the national prayer anthem “WE ARE HOPE” in direct response to the national call for faith and prayer during America’s 250th year of freedom. McKinney has submitted a formal request to President Donald J. Trump and Faith Advisor Pastor Paula White-Cain to endorse the single as a signature song to “sing the country back into being the Greatest country” by honoring faith and prayer.<\/p>\n

The release coincides with the National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving held on May 17, 2026, where Americans gathered for rededication as “One Nation Under God”. McKinney, who writes under the testimony “From Stage 3 to Standing,” penned the anthem during her own battle with late-stage cancer, a victory she attributes to the power of prayer.<\/p>\n

“President Trump invited communities of faith to pray for our country and give thanks for the gift of freedom,” said McKinney. “I wrote ‘WE ARE HOPE<\/strong>’ as a divine calling for action. Prayer and hope are the answers for our country today; America is coming back to the flock”. The single is the cornerstone of a powerful multimedia trilogy:<\/p>\n

1. SONG: “WE ARE HOPE”<\/strong> – A national prayer anthem declaring that hope is found in Christ Jesus.<\/p>\n

2. ALBUM: My Heart Beats For You<\/strong> – An 8-track prayer journey released via Sharpline Distro.<\/p>\n

3. BOOK: Cross to Crown: A Manual for Redemption We Find in HOPE<\/strong> – Releasing at the end of June 2026, this manual serves as an altar call for national redemption.<\/p>\n

McKinney’s campaign honors the contributions of American soldiers and veterans, emphasizing that even a “mustard seed of hope” can plant future success for the nation. As a former board member for the Muzart World Foundation and Grassroots Music Foundation, McKinney has long advocated for the supernatural power of music to heal communities and nations.<\/p>\n

Physical copies of the anthem have been mailed to Mar-a-Lago and the White House Faith Office. McKinney is currently booking church appearances and book signings for July 2026 under the banner “Make America Faithful Again Tour”.<\/p>\n

MEDIA ASSETS AVAILABLE<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

– MP3: “WE ARE HOPE” (3:18)<\/p>\n

– Full Album: My Heart Beats For You<\/p>\n

– Book Synopsis: Cross to Crown<\/p>\n

– Interview: Milliea Taylor McKinney is available for TV, radio, and podcast inquiries.<\/p>\n

For additional information, please send an email via news@nashvillemedia.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Media Contact<\/span>
Company Name:<\/strong> Milliea Taylor McKinney<\/a>
Email:<\/strong> Send Email<\/a>
City:<\/strong> Florence
State:<\/strong> KY 41042
Country:<\/strong> United States
Website:<\/strong> www.nashvillemedia.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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